Our featured artist today is Heather Cameron, a stylist/story producer based in Vancouver, Canada. Heather owns an organic farm called "Missing Goat Blueberry Farm" where she sells her homemade jams, chutneys, pies, granola, and fresh garlic. Yum! I first discovered Heather's blog on Poppytalk, where she is a regular contributor.
Heather's blog: www.heathercameronstylist.blogspot.comWhy did you decide to become an artist and could you imagine doing anything else? If so, what?I didn't decide to become an artist - I'm not even sure if that title fits me. I stumbled into styling and story producing. I seem to stumble into all sorts of things. I've always known that I have to be creative in my work. I'm miserable if I'm not. I could never see myself behind a desk doing 9 - 5. Though, the thought of a paycheck every two weeks always seemed appealing. I can't imagine how that would feel - isn't that odd?Do you still believe “do what you love and the money will come“?Absolutely. It may not be a huge amount of money, and you may just get by, but you will be happy. I pick happiness over cash any day. In the last two years, I've really had an epiphany about money and what is really important.How has blogging & the Internet affected your work as an artist?I just started blogging a year ago and it's really amazing. I knew nothing about it, but thought it would be a creative outlet. I've met wonderful people, connected with editors from the past, and told a story about my life for a year. I am always shocked that anyone cares about my garden, what my ducks did today, what I had for dinner...Please name 3 of your favorite blogs and tell us why these blogs are special. (Please provide links!)Cannelle et Vanille - everything about it is lovely. Food styling and photographing is an art that I so admire.Poppytalk - I don't know how she finds everything, but boy, it's a fabulous site to keep you in touch with all things awesome.and lately, I really am enjoying the Pioneer Woman - though, I'm not sure it's a blog? Sexy cowboys and fine food. It's just fun.What is your greatest fear and what do you do to overcome it?My greatest fear is failure - and I simply push on and do the best I can. If I fail, then I know I tried my best. I think looking back and knowing I chickened out would be a failure. I'm also terrified of being on tv. But, I forced myself to do it many times. I choked on my own spit as I forgot to swallow and haven't a clue what I said, but I actually had a lot of fun.Who would you like to trade places with for one day? Why?At first I thought Angelina - but then I remembered she has six kids ...or is it seven?? It was more about seeing Brad, but the kids thing..I've got one and that keeps me busy enough. Then I thought Oprah as I'd love to know how it feels to be so bold and confident. Then I thought it would just be nice to switch places with someone who has loads of free time and a nice sized wad of cash - I'd lay on the beach (under an umbrellas because I've no desire to cook myself in the sun), sipping cocktails, get a massage, manicure, pedicure, facial - all that stuff. So, whoever is living that life, is who I'd switch with.What are your secrets for managing your time wisely?Post it notes.If you could live anywhere in the world – all expenses paid – for one year, where would that be?Cassis in the South of France.How do you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and private life?My husband is my best friend. We bicker and fight, but in the end, he gets what I am doing - oh for goodness sakes. My three ducks are pounding on the back door trying to come in. Ok, I'm back. What was the question.. hmm, upon a second read, I'm not sure that I do these days. I'm trying to be the best mom, a good wife and build a successful business. A healthy balance may come later, but honestly, seems to be missing right now.What are your top 5 goals that you’d like to accomplish within the next 5 years?Get my jam and syrup into the United States.Spend one or two months in another country each year.Have a girl getaway vacation.Eat better than I ever have in my life.Publish a book on living in the country.What is your advice for someone who would like to turn his or her creative dreams into reality?Be brave, be bold, be persistent (many times, persistence has opened a door for me) and don't procrastinate! It's the killer of all dreams.
Thank you Heather! A visit with you is like a refreshing vacation to the countryside.
